Suppose a person dies because of another person’s negligence or deliberate actions. The decedent has died a wrongful death. Wrongful deaths include people killed in traffic accidents and homicide victims. Since the term applies to accidental deaths and deaths from criminal actions, family members coping with the wrongful death of a loved one may wonder…
Wrongful death refers to a situation in which an individual loses their life due to the negligent or intentional act of another person, company, or entity. It is a legal term used to describe circumstances where someone’s life could have been preserved if not for the actions or omissions of another party. Understanding what constitutes…
Personal injury cases are lawsuits involving injured parties who seek damages from the party responsible for their injuries. In wrongful death cases, another individual seeks damages from the party responsible for the person’s death.
From slipping on ice to car crashes, accidents happen every day. In 2019, 24.8 million people sought medical care at a doctor’s office because of accidental injuries. In 2021, unintentional injuries sent 25.5 million people to hospital emergency rooms for treatment and claimed more than 224,000 lives. Although there are times you may cause your…
Personal injury cases are lawsuits involving injured parties who seek damages from the party responsible for their injuries. In wrongful death cases, another individual seeks damages from the party responsible for the person’s death.
In the unfortunate event of a wrongful death, the legal system aims to provide compensation to the deceased individual’s family and dependents for their losses and damages. However, understanding how the money is distributed in a wrongful death settlement can be complex. Various factors come into play, such as state laws, applicable insurance policies, and…
Catastrophic injury lawsuits are one type of personal injury case where injury victims can file to seek compensation from the at-fault party. Like all types of personal injury cases, catastrophic injury suits must be filed before the statute of limitations expires. Every state determines the time limit for lawsuits and whether there are exceptions to…
Like other lawsuits, it can be difficult to determine exactly how long a catastrophic injury lawsuit may take. Many factors must be considered when determining a catastrophic injury lawsuit, such as how long it takes to collect evidence and build an argument and the cooperation between the opposing parties. An experienced catastrophic injury attorney, such…
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s negligence is a devastating experience. If you and your family have suffered such a loss, you don’t have to navigate the road ahead alone. An experienced wrongful death lawyer can help you fight for the justice you and your loved ones deserve.
Imagine your life suddenly altered by a car crash, a workplace accident, or medical negligence. Injuries in such extreme events can lead to severe physical and emotional trauma. The impact of these injuries goes way beyond just the physical pain. It can also affect your emotional well-being, relationships, financial stability, and the ability to participate…